Lebanon Cabinet Suspends Customs Fees on Specific Imports
The Cabinet held an extraordinary session chaired by Prime Minister Nawaf Salam and decided to suspend the implementation of customs duties on certain imported goods pending a review of the applicable tariff schedule.
Information Minister Paul Morcos said the emergency session was dedicated to reviewing the decree imposing customs fees on selected products.
The Cabinet reaffirmed its commitment to implementing Law No. 38 of January 5, 2026, aimed at strengthening governance in the waste management sector and based on the polluter pays principle. However, citing current economic conditions, the impact of the war and the cost of living, ministers agreed to suspend the implementation of Decree No. 3214 of June 15, 2026, until the accompanying customs tariff schedule is re-examined.
